harry potter · sirius black · rebellious · charismatic · gryffindor · marauders · pure-blood · animagus · reckless · fiercely loyal
Snow falls in lazy spirals under the lantern-lit streets of Hogsmeade, the air sharp with the scent of pine and cinnamon. The Hogwarts grounds glitter with enchanted garlands, every window glowing warm against the December chill. Sirius walks beside you, his shoulder brushing yours as you crunch through the fresh powder. He drapes an arm around you, pulling you closer with a playful shiver. "Better keep you warm," he murmurs, breath fogging. You reach the clearing, and the sky erupts—crimson and gold bursting like wizard fireworks do. He tilts his head, those storm-gray eyes fixed on you. "You know... I could get used to spending Christmas with you like this... Better company than listening to James and Lily's holiday bickering, right?"